Ramblings of a mother of five, wife of one, and Type 2 diabetic.
(formerly known as RFamHere's Ramblings)

Friday, June 28, 2013

The Type 2 Experience

I've posted several times that I sometimes feel alone in my diabetes journey. My family is awesomely amazing in their support, but sometimes you need someone who has walked in your shoes. Someone who has been there. Someone who really understands.

The DOC (diabetes online community) has always been very important to me through this journey. We've laughed together. Cried together. We've supported each other. There was only one thing. Most of the DOC consists of people with Type 1.

Please understand that I have nothing against Type 1s. They're awesome! Amazing! It was a Type 1 who was the inspiration for me to start blogging. However there are times when you want to talk to someone whose struggles are closer to yours.

Then last month I was contacted by Bea Domínguez with the idea of a Type 2 collaborative blog. A group of us started discussing the possibility. The idea took off and The Type 2 Experience was born! There are currently seven of us contributing: Bea Domínguez, Lizmari Collazo, Kate Cornell, Mike Durbin, Rachel Foster, Bob Pedersen, and yours truly. We each bring out own experiences and perspectives. Please stop by for a visit. Click on the authors page to read a little more about the people writing at TT2E. Links to our personal blogs are there as well.

About Me

Hello! I'm Sue, diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in March 2008 after having gestational diabetes five times (1993-2004). I may have Type 2 diabetes but it doesn't have me!

Disclaimer

I am not a doctor, diabetes educator, or any type of medical professional. Nothing written in this blog should be considered medical advice. Each person's diabetes and the treatment of the disease is unique. Please check with your medical professional if you have any questions about your diabetes management. I'm just a person with diabetes sharing my own experiences.Questions? Email me here.